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What do I need for proper cleaning?
Keysight 86120D and 86122C Multi-Wavelength Meters User's Guide
Furthermore, the power density may burn dust into the fiber and cause
additional damage (for example, 0 dBm optical power in a single mode
fiber causes a power density of approximately 16 million W/m2). If this
happens, measurements become inaccurate and non-repeatable.
Cleaning is, therefore, an essential yet difficult task. Unfortunately, when
comparing most published cleaning recommendations, you will discover
that they contain several inconsistencies. In this section, we want to
suggest ways to help you clean your various optical devices, and thus
significantly improve the accuracy and repeatability of your light-wave
measurements.
Some Standard Cleaning Equipment is necessary for cleaning your
instrument. For certain cleaning procedures, you may also require certain
Additional Cleaning Equipment.
Standard Cleaning Equipment
Before you can start your cleaning procedure you need the following
standard equipment:
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Dust and shutter caps
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Isopropyl alcohol
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Cotton swabs
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Soft tissues
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Pipe cleaner
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Compressed air
Dust and shutter caps
All of Keysight Technologies' light-wave instruments are delivered with
either laser shutter caps or dust caps on the light-wave adapter. Any
cables come with covers to protect the cable ends from damage or
contamination.
We suggest these protected coverings should be kept on the equipment at
all times, except when your optical device is in use. Be careful when
replacing dust caps after use. Do not press the bottom of the cap onto the
fiber too hard, as any dust in the cap can scratch or pollute your fiber
surface. If you need further dust caps, please contact your nearest
Keysight Technologies sales office.
If you need further dust caps, please contact your nearest Keysight
Technologies sales office.
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